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Infectious Disease
Meta-analysis
Seven genome-wide significant loci and eight HLA alleles associated with shingles susceptibility identified
Genetic Links Connect Shingles to Stroke and Lupus Risk
This meta-analysis of a large genome-wide association study identifies seven genomic loci, including IGHG1 and IFNAR2, linked to shingles. M…
New research identifies specific genetic markers for shingles and suggests a potential link between the virus and conditions like stroke and…
medRxiv
Aug 17, 2026
Infectious Disease
Survey reports shingles vaccination coverage among US adults aged 50 years or older
Survey examines shingles vaccination rates among US adults aged 50 and older
A US National Health Interview Survey report provides observational data on shingles vaccination coverage among adults aged 50 years or olde…
Health officials track shingles vaccination rates for adults aged 50 and older, but this survey report does not reveal the specific percenta…
CDC
Apr 6, 2026